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Linnet
French
"flaxen haired"
Although the accent in Linnet is on the first syllable, it could be confused with the dated Lynette.
Linnette
Linnette is a delicate feminine name, primarily a variant spelling of Lynette, which itself originated as a diminutive of the Welsh name Lina, meaning 'idol.' It may also connect to the French…
Linzey
Linzey is a feminine name representing a modern spelling variation of Lindsay or Lindsey. The name originated as a Scottish and English surname derived from the Old English elements 'lind' meaning…
Linzie
Linzie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Lindsay or Lindsey, which were originally Scottish and English surnames derived from the Old English elements 'lind' (lime tree) and…
Lionel
French
"young lion"
Lionel is yet another traditional boy's name entering the girls' column--at least once-- via prizewinning novelist Lionel (born Margaret Ann) Shriver.
Lisetta
Lisetta is a charming feminine name with Italian roots, functioning as a diminutive of Lisa or Elisabeth. The name combines the classic elegance of its parent names with a delicate, affectionate…
Lisette
French, diminutive of Elizabeth or Lise
"pledged to God"
Lisette, also spelled Lizette, is a dainty,, if somewhat dated, Gallic offshoot of Elizabeth. It reached its U.S. peak of popularity in 1999, then fell off the list in 2001. Lisette Model (born…
Lissa
African, Arabic mythological name; diminutive of Melissa, Greek
"honeybee"
Lissa might be an abbreviation of Melissa, but it's more substantial in its own right: Lissa is the name of a supreme mother goddess in African mythology and an Arabic symbol of rebirth.
Liz
Diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Some might think a girl named Liz on her birth certificate would feel deprived of her full identity, but in a time when mini names like Liv, Kit, Tru, Kai, Lou, and Bea are in style, Liz feels…
Liza
Diminutive of Eliza and Elizabeth, Hebrew
"pledged to God"
Liza's heyday was the mid-1970s, following on the heels of super-popular sister Lisa. But thanks to the fact that it never became superpopular, Liza remains a name not especially tied to one…
Lizbet
Lizbet is a charming diminutive form of Elizabeth, with connections to various European naming traditions, particularly Scandinavian and German (where similar forms like Lisbet or Lizbeth appear).…
Lizette
French, diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Whether you spell it Lisette or Lizette, a somewhat dated diminutive that nevertheless retains some charm.
Lizz
Lizz is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Elizabeth, which has Hebrew origins meaning "God is my oath" or "pledged to God." As a shorter variation, Lizz offers a modern, spunky…
Loire
French river and region name
The lovely sound and image of the French river and lush valley would make this a most distinctive and captivating choice. Pronunciation: low-ahr.
Lollie
Diminutive of Charlotte, Laura, Dolores, and similar
"free man; laurel; lady of sorrows"
A sweet and rare nickname for Charlotte. Lollie would also work as a short form of other names with a strong L sound, such as Laura, Lauren, Dolores, Lola, Lorelei, Louisa, Elodie, Lois, Ottilie,…
Lolly
Diminutive of Laura, Charlotte, Dolores, Ololade, or similar
Lolly is a sweet and playful nickname, usually used for Laura or Charlotte, though other full names could be Dolores, Ololade, Lauren, Lorelei, Lorena, Elodie, Ottilie, Louella, Elora, Elowen, Olive…
Lorraine
French
"from the province of Lorraine"
Sweet Lorraine might just be old enough to be ripe for reconsideration. This French place name has moved in and out of fashion in the few hundred years it's been used as a girls' first name, somewhat…
Lou
Short form of Louise
"renowned warrior"
Lou is usually a short form of Louise, Louisa, or Lucy in English-speaking countries, when Lou is used for girls at all. But in France and Germany, it's a fashionable choice all on its own, sure to…
Louisiana
French place-name
Louisiana is a geographic spin on the Louise theme. Pretty, if a bit of a syllable overload. Short form Lou or Lulu lightens it.
Louisiane
Louisiane is a feminine French name derived from Louis, which means 'renowned warrior' or 'famous in battle' from Germanic origins. This elegant variation likely draws inspiration from the French…